A single mother identified as Aondona Loveth Wanger was overcome with emotion after learning about her son's performance in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). She took to Facebook on April 20 to share the touching story, which has since resonated with many social media users.
Son Pranks Mother Before Revealing Real Score
Loveth narrated that her son, Marvin Terhide, initially played a prank on her by claiming he scored 186 in the exam. Upon hearing this, she paused and replied that he had tried. However, her son then burst into laughter and revealed his actual score of 286. The single mother described feeling an unexplainable rush of joy in that moment, leaving her overwhelmed, grateful, and proud.
Reflecting on the Journey of Single Motherhood
In her Facebook post, Loveth reflected on the challenges she has faced as a single mother, including sleepless nights, days of worry, and silent prayers. She emphasized that moments like this make all the sacrifices worthwhile. She expressed immense pride in her son, Marvin Terhide, and sent a powerful message to other mothers, especially single mothers, encouraging them that their efforts are not in vain. She assured them that their joy would one day speak as loudly as hers did.
Full Facebook Post
The full text of her post reads: "I don’t even know where to start… my heart is so full right now. Today, my son called me and said, ‘Mom, my JAMB result is out.’ My heart skipped. I asked, ‘What did you score?’ He said, ‘186.’ I paused and replied, ‘Hmm… you tried.’ Next thing—I heard laughter. Deep laughter. Then he said, ‘Mom, I’m joking… I scored 286.’ In that moment, something shifted inside me. Joy rushed through me in a way I can’t even explain. I just stood there… overwhelmed, grateful, proud. As a single mother, the journey hasn’t been easy. There were days of worry, nights of silent prayers, sacrifices no one saw. But moments like this… they make everything worth it. I am so proud to be your mom, Marvin Terhide. You’ve made me proud beyond words. To every mother out there doing her best, especially single moms—your efforts are not in vain. One day, your joy will speak this loudly too."
Social Media Reactions
The post attracted numerous reactions from Facebook users who celebrated the achievement. Mathew Kanyi congratulated the son, stating that people from Ushongo are always the best. Adoo Maureen Tule also congratulated him, wishing for more wins in Jesus' name. Winifred Winshey gave glory to God and congratulated master Marvin. Gwergwer Ushafa offered congratulations and prayed that the mother would live long to harvest the fruit of her labor. Agatha Hembafan congratulated her son and thanked him for making his mum proud. Mude Doose Angela expressed a desire to tap into such joy.
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In a related development, Legit.ng reported on a mother who reacted to her daughter's UTME score after the daughter was initially scared to check her result. Additionally, a worried woman shared her daughter's UTME result online, noting that the child had been crying since the results were released. The daughter scored 42 in English, 48 in Government, 32 in Literature, and 44 in Christian Religious Studies, raising concerns about admission prospects.
